![]() | Travelling the world, BBC Tennis Correspondent Jonathan Overend. This is an official BBC Sport account. |
Neil will be on our @rolandgarros preview show, Tues 8.30pm, with @RoscoHutchins @Jodurie + hopefully @HeatherWatson92 @GTGAcademyMeaty, chunky, colourful hardback by @NeilHarmanTimes arrived on the doormat today! Already getting stuck in..
Yikes, that's my job... :-) http://t.co/evmpGHvJZKScary RG matches which spring to mind: Monfils, Eysseric, Berrer, Troicki, Niemenen.Murray a major doubt for Paris based on retirement and downbeat comments. So many injuries and incidents there over the years...'On the whistle' assessments can be misleading, but his instinct is that this 18 month old problem won't settle down in time
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendAmazing that Murray's only previous retirement was also on his birthday - 2007 in Hamburg - when his wrist went.Jerzy Janowicz nearly rips off his shirt after passing Jo Wilfried Tsonga for a 6-4 7-6 win
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Retweeted by Jonathan OverendAmazing that Murray's only previous retirement was also on his birthday - 2007 in Hamburg - when his wrist went.Jerzy Janowicz nearly rips off his shirt after passing Jo Wilfried Tsonga for a 6-4 7-6 win
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@yawjotakoto you can still have fight in a 2, 2 loss@A17AND and who doesn't get totally smashed by Serena?! But you can still show fight in a 2, 2 lossSerena showed Robson lot of respect tonight, applauding her at the end. 6-2 6-2 simple on the board but some decent fight from Laura@EmilyRobinson1 and, on +ive change since Olymp, don't forget we did the whole of the Fed Cup tie, never done before ! (C'mon laura!)@EmilyRobinson1 commentary is available with just two clicks on BBC Sport website. Contracted to do Man City match.Great start for Laura Robson as she breaks Serena Williams's serve in the opening game. Full commentary on the BBC Sport website.
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendLaura Robson v Serena Williams, live text & 5 live commentary under way... http://t.co/YUIZlM16Yg #bbctennis
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendCommentary on Laura Robson v Serena Williams tonight on BBC Sport Website, also on 5 Live Sports Extra if still going at 10pm UK.Italian Open - live text & 5 live commentary on @laurarobson5 v @serenawilliams from approx 2015 BST on @BBCSport website.
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Retweeted by Jonathan OverendLaura Robson v Serena Williams, live text & 5 live commentary under way... http://t.co/YUIZlM16Yg #bbctennis
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendCommentary on Laura Robson v Serena Williams tonight on BBC Sport Website, also on 5 Live Sports Extra if still going at 10pm UK.Italian Open - live text & 5 live commentary on @laurarobson5 v @serenawilliams from approx 2015 BST on @BBCSport website.
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5 Live tonight won UK Station of the Year at Sony Radio Awards. Proud that @andy_murray wins at USOpen and Olympics played their partSony Gold for 5 Live's coverage of London 2012. Thanks for the material @andy_murray @laurarobson5 http://t.co/efjiuuEqvQVery proud of BBC Radio Sport for winning Sonys gold for live event coverage of the Olympics.
Retweeted by Jonathan Overend@paul85470331 very much so. Illness and injury. But still motivated.Now for Serena.... #CupFinalRobson wins 6-3 6-2! After beating Clijsters, Li Na, Kvitova, Radwanska now Venus, Robson is developing a giant killer reputation...On the move and need an afternoon perk? Download BBC Iplayer Radio App and tune into Laura Robson, close to beating a 5-time Wimb champ.@YL_CFC you said that!Enjoying the boys' commentary in Rome. They can really convey how windy it is... 5 Live Sports Extra as Robson takes the first setAnd, as always when we do tennis on 5 Live, when we commentate we're inside the stadium. #AllAboutBeingThereLive now on @BBC5LSX with @russellcfuller and @simonrbriggs #robson #venusTENNIS: Laura #Robson and Venus #Williams will appear on court very shortly. Live commentary will be on @BBC5LSX: http://t.co/ZLNs4LGBUa
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendOne set all between Stepanek and Starace so a little wait before Robson v Williams.Her hitting partner says she will play - unlike in Madrid where she withdrew after a morning hit. It's live on @BBC5LSX from about 1230.
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendVenus Williams' back injury is going to hinder her serve to Laura Robson if her practice session here in Rome is anything to go by.
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendA reminder that @russellcfuller is our man in Rome this week. Join him for commentary on Robson v Williams in a few hours on @BBC5LSX
Retweeted by Jonathan Overend@paul85470331 very much so. Illness and injury. But still motivated.Now for Serena.... #CupFinalRobson wins 6-3 6-2! After beating Clijsters, Li Na, Kvitova, Radwanska now Venus, Robson is developing a giant killer reputation...On the move and need an afternoon perk? Download BBC Iplayer Radio App and tune into Laura Robson, close to beating a 5-time Wimb champ.@YL_CFC you said that!Enjoying the boys' commentary in Rome. They can really convey how windy it is... 5 Live Sports Extra as Robson takes the first setAnd, as always when we do tennis on 5 Live, when we commentate we're inside the stadium. #AllAboutBeingThereLive now on @BBC5LSX with @russellcfuller and @simonrbriggs #robson #venusTENNIS: Laura #Robson and Venus #Williams will appear on court very shortly. Live commentary will be on @BBC5LSX: http://t.co/ZLNs4LGBUa
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendOne set all between Stepanek and Starace so a little wait before Robson v Williams.Her hitting partner says she will play - unlike in Madrid where she withdrew after a morning hit. It's live on @BBC5LSX from about 1230.
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendVenus Williams' back injury is going to hinder her serve to Laura Robson if her practice session here in Rome is anything to go by.
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendA reminder that @russellcfuller is our man in Rome this week. Join him for commentary on Robson v Williams in a few hours on @BBC5LSX
Commentary from Rome on Laura Robson v Venus Williams tomorrow from around 1230 UK time on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra.Big week ahead in Rome for Djokovic, Federer and Murray to find form and fitness and prove they can challenge Rafa in Paris.7 months out, the comeback in Feb, 7 straight finals, 5 titles. incredible #nadalSerena successfully defends her title in Madrid - blue, red, doesn't really matter - next match? Either her sister or L.Robson in Rome.Sometimes H2H takes you by surprise, even when you've seen most of the matches :-) Serena leads Maria 12-2 & hasn't lost to her since 04
Can confirm that Milos and Galo have ended their coaching relationship. Statement to follow.
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendAs we wrap in Madrid tomorrow @russellcfuller jets off to Rome for next week's 5 Live tennis coverage. Follow him!@Carolyn_BG glad you like that, Carolyn :-)Really hope @stanwawrinka can keep this going. Would be great to see him at #finalshowdown in November!@jamie_murray grief there's a bit of red face going on there J.. Keep 'em in order..As Dimitrov has his big breakthrough result and @stanwawrinka makes the final, it's time to give huge credit to @GTGAcademy@ps_mike impossible to imagine the ambiguity over Fuentes case won't irreparably damage bidNadal makes yet another final - beats Andujar 6-0 6-4. Entertaining 2nd set. Then promotes Madrid's doomed Olympic bid on the court.Wowsa. Who saw that from Andujar?!? Amazing flick trick shot to keep a rally alive, which he ends up winning.. Great stuffNot for the first time this week, Nadal hits an ace after receiving a time violation. Glares at Mourier. Leads 6-0 3-3."Rafa, Pablo" calls umpire Mourier. "I called time 2 minutes ago!" As they continue to serve in the knock up. Then they go and sit down.Serena to play Maria in the women's final here. Number One ranking on the line. Now it's Rafa hoping to reach 7th final out of 7 events.Can't believe Laura Robson's draw in Rome! Venus in R1, with the winner to play Serena! Get to work @lucieahl !Have you installed the @BBCiPlayerRadio app on your smartphone? Listen to any BBC Radio station while on the move: http://t.co/yjSe9tHtfL
Retweeted by Jonathan Overend@alex_willis good luck with that. I've been trying all week here@kevinmitchell50 relax Kev with your complimentary Daily Mail@NeilHarmanTimes if it's polite and free of spelling mistakes, then he's in...@guyvernon05 don't think he can make a final this year, but QF maybe at WimbOne of Wawrinka/Berdych will make a Slam final this summer #bold #GoingOutWithABoomExcellent semis in store today, especially @MariaSharapova v Ivanovic and @stanwawrinka v Berdych. Everyone looking on top form!!
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendAs we wrap in Madrid tomorrow @russellcfuller jets off to Rome for next week's 5 Live tennis coverage. Follow him!@Carolyn_BG glad you like that, Carolyn :-)Really hope @stanwawrinka can keep this going. Would be great to see him at #finalshowdown in November!@jamie_murray grief there's a bit of red face going on there J.. Keep 'em in order..As Dimitrov has his big breakthrough result and @stanwawrinka makes the final, it's time to give huge credit to @GTGAcademy@ps_mike impossible to imagine the ambiguity over Fuentes case won't irreparably damage bidNadal makes yet another final - beats Andujar 6-0 6-4. Entertaining 2nd set. Then promotes Madrid's doomed Olympic bid on the court.Wowsa. Who saw that from Andujar?!? Amazing flick trick shot to keep a rally alive, which he ends up winning.. Great stuffNot for the first time this week, Nadal hits an ace after receiving a time violation. Glares at Mourier. Leads 6-0 3-3."Rafa, Pablo" calls umpire Mourier. "I called time 2 minutes ago!" As they continue to serve in the knock up. Then they go and sit down.Serena to play Maria in the women's final here. Number One ranking on the line. Now it's Rafa hoping to reach 7th final out of 7 events.Can't believe Laura Robson's draw in Rome! Venus in R1, with the winner to play Serena! Get to work @lucieahl !Have you installed the @BBCiPlayerRadio app on your smartphone? Listen to any BBC Radio station while on the move: http://t.co/yjSe9tHtfL
Retweeted by Jonathan Overend@alex_willis good luck with that. I've been trying all week here@kevinmitchell50 relax Kev with your complimentary Daily Mail@NeilHarmanTimes if it's polite and free of spelling mistakes, then he's in...@guyvernon05 don't think he can make a final this year, but QF maybe at WimbOne of Wawrinka/Berdych will make a Slam final this summer #bold #GoingOutWithABoomExcellent semis in store today, especially @MariaSharapova v Ivanovic and @stanwawrinka v Berdych. Everyone looking on top form!!
Wawrinka leads Tsonga 6-2 with a thumping collection of 15 winners. No surprise the form he's been in. Waiting for Mr Murray's verdict..Impressive from Berdych to win 7-6 6-4 against a much-improved Murray. Missed opportunity for Andy 1st set when ahead by a break.Berdych wins impressive tie break 7-3 to take lead against Murray. Action (actually from Madrid) on @bbc5lsxVery close. Berdych ahead 6-5. Break each way. Murray playing well though. Live commentary on 5 Live Sports Extra..Murray v Berdych, coming up shortly on 5 Live Sports Extra... Tune in! DAB, Digital TV or online: http://t.co/ZGMB4gT4EHOn @BBC5LSX for end of Andujar matchTENNIS: They'll be full commentary of #Murray v #Berdych at the #MadridOpen with @5livetennis as soon as play starts: http://t.co/ZLNs4LGBUa
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendAs Murray is a little while away, we will be going live at the end of the cricket.. Approx 7.30pm. 5live Sports Extra.@philwrig correct. Hopefully another good week ahead.Update on Laura Robson: British coach Lucie Ahl working with her in Rome, under guidance of Sven Groeneveld, as a temporary measure.That ridiculous lob at deuce could have broken the spirit of Ferrer. Nadal holds at the start of the 3rd.Oh come on....Amazing, 1 set all. Nadal was in huge trouble but now a clean slate for the decider..6-3 Nadal in the TB! Looks like we're going all the way!! (And yes Nadal was only twice ahead by a break, apols)Three times Nadal has led by a break in this 2nd set, three times the indomitable Ferrer has retaliated... 5-5For fun and assistance, volunteers in media room at @AustralianOpen take some beating but those at @MutuaMadridOpen run them close!!Wowsa! Ferrer - on set point - comes to the net off a forehand approach and scores with a volley !! What a turn up...Serena Williams recovers from losing 2nd set 6-0 and going break down in decider to beat Medina-Garrigues who put up a great challenge@funkarooney @bbc5lsx @neilharmantimes I am charmed.Hopefully not for the last time but I guess it's possible: @NeilHarmanTimes and I, together on the airwaves from 7pm @BBC5LSXFull commentary on Murray v Berdych at 7pm tonight on 5 Live Sports Extra.Nick's back on the 5live team at Wimbledon #mackerels "@NickBollettieri: Holy Mackerel! What a win for @keinishikori !"
Retweeted by Jonathan OverendAs Murray is a little while away, we will be going live at the end of the cricket.. Approx 7.30pm. 5live Sports Extra.@philwrig correct. Hopefully another good week ahead.Update on Laura Robson: British coach Lucie Ahl working with her in Rome, under guidance of Sven Groeneveld, as a temporary measure.That ridiculous lob at deuce could have broken the spirit of Ferrer. Nadal holds at the start of the 3rd.Oh come on....Amazing, 1 set all. Nadal was in huge trouble but now a clean slate for the decider..6-3 Nadal in the TB! Looks like we're going all the way!! (And yes Nadal was only twice ahead by a break, apols)Three times Nadal has led by a break in this 2nd set, three times the indomitable Ferrer has retaliated... 5-5For fun and assistance, volunteers in media room at @AustralianOpen take some beating but those at @MutuaMadridOpen run them close!!Wowsa! Ferrer - on set point - comes to the net off a forehand approach and scores with a volley !! What a turn up...Serena Williams recovers from losing 2nd set 6-0 and going break down in decider to beat Medina-Garrigues who put up a great challenge@funkarooney @bbc5lsx @neilharmantimes I am charmed.Hopefully not for the last time but I guess it's possible: @NeilHarmanTimes and I, together on the airwaves from 7pm @BBC5LSXFull commentary on Murray v Berdych at 7pm tonight on 5 Live Sports Extra.Nick's back on the 5live team at Wimbledon #mackerels "@NickBollettieri: Holy Mackerel! What a win for @keinishikori !"
Just interviewed Murray warming down on the bike in his locker room. Not pretty, he admitted, and sleep at probably 4am. But a winner.6-6 deciding TB. Simon has just saved MPs 4 + 5.How are your deadlines @NeilHarmanTimes ?Surprised to see Murray lose three long rallies on successive points from 15-30. But there we go, on we go. 5-5.Murray 5-4 up. Lovely backhand pass up the line. Come on, Muzzcat, let's give this average match a thrilling final game!!Simon, to his credit, solid as always and has fought back impressively in decider. Berdych waiting for the winner in a few hours time.Scrappy and messy and three games all.Simon misses a sitter on a 5th SP and Murray levels the match! Still finding it tough going, really puffing, but he's back in it!!Murray breaks back! 2-2. Long game, vital for Murray, positive reaction too after all the negative stuff. Here we go..Muzza is all mutter, mutter, mutter...Better from Murray to hold from 0-30. Still set and a break down and with much to do. Restless, confused atmosphere inside here..@Ringham7 said he was a bit poorly on leaving MC but fine 2 days ago. Just looks like he needs a rocket..Wawrinka pulling clear 5-1 final set v Dimitrov. Murray's thrown in a shocker and has dropped 1st 6-2 to a solid Simon.@RutherglenLTC No. But I do have amazing children.@duskyBlogF1 @MisterPigz anyone who knows tennis knows a deciding set of GD/SW is more interesting than early games of AM/GS !! (3-1 simon)2nd set to Stan The Man! 6-4. Deciding set over on the 2nd court. (Loads of spare seats there too..)There are people here, just up the top. The metallic corporate boxes are very empty. http://t.co/eHS5lbgNJk4-4 dimitrov/wawrinka standard still high. Murray, lethargic start, broken in opening game.Best of both matches! (MUR v SIM, left, DIM v WAW, right.) Updates on 5 Live http://t.co/6MqXZYbyehDimitrov pictured out with Shazza strolling on Madrid streets. Tracksuit bottoms don't score that highly in this stylish city, I suspect.





